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#122 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 32% of private schools
Belair Baptist Christian Academy
School
2801 BELAIR DR, Bowie, MD 20715
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#122 of 378
In Bowie
#1 of 4
public schools
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Belair Baptist Christian Academy
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About Belair Baptist Christian Academy
Belair Baptist Christian Academy is a private school in Bowie, MD. Belair Baptist Christian Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Belair Baptist Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Belair Baptist Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Belair Baptist Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Belair Baptist Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Belair Baptist Christian Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Bowie, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belair Baptist Christian Academy (this school) | 6.9 |
| Kenilworth Elementary | 5.3 |
| Benjamin Tasker Middle | 7.7 |
| Tulip Grove Elementary | 6.3 |
| Heather Hills Elementary | 9.4 |
| Bowie High | 5.8 |
| Woodmore Elementary | 7.4 |
| Northview Elementary | 4.6 |
| Yorktown Elementary | 7.8 |
| Whitehall Elementary | 6.9 |
| Samuel Ogle Middle | 7.2 |
| High Bridge Elementary | 6.6 |
| Rockledge Elementary | 4.2 |
| Pointer Ridge Elementary | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MD
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2801 BELAIR DR, Bowie, MD 20715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belair Baptist Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Heather Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crofton Woods Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Yorktown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bowie, see our Bowie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Elementary Bowie | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Benjamin Tasker Middle Bowie | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Tulip Grove Elementary Bowie | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Heather Hills Elementary Bowie | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Bowie | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bowie High Bowie | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Bowie | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodmore Elementary Bowie | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Chapel Forge E C C Bowie | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Bowie | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Northview Elementary Bowie | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Yorktown Elementary Bowie | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Whitehall Elementary Bowie | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Samuel Ogle Middle Bowie | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bowie | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rockledge Elementary Bowie | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Bowie | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| High Bridge Elementary Bowie | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| C. Elizabeth Rieg Mitchellville | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Crofton Woods Elementary Crofton | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,962
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$2,523/mo
Population
26,519
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
92.6%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
41.8
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|---|---|
| LAUREL HALL SCHOOL Frederick, MD | 6.7 |
| LINWOOD SCHOOL Ellicott City, MD | 6.7 |
| WASHINGTON NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Mitchellville, MD | 6.7 |
| LAUREL HALL SCHOOL - FREDERICK Frederick, MD | 7.2 |
| MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac, MD | 6.6 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL - LAUREL Laurel, MD | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belair Baptist Christian Academy
What grades does Belair Baptist Christian Academy serve?
Belair Baptist Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Belair Baptist Christian Academy?
Belair Baptist Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belair Baptist Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Belair Baptist Christian Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Belair Baptist Christian Academy rank in MD?
Belair Baptist Christian Academy ranks #122 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Belair Baptist Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Belair Baptist Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Belair Baptist Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Belair Baptist Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Belair Baptist Christian Academy a religious school?
Belair Baptist Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 262-0578
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